Speaker
Sh. Pushpesh Pant
Padma Shri Author & Food Critic
Shri Pushpesh Pant is a celebrated academic, food critic, historian, and author, best known for his expertise in Indian cuisine and cultural history. A retired professor of International Relations at JNU, he has been a prolific columnist for Forbes, Outlook, and The Times of India. His acclaimed works include India: The Cookbook, Lazzatnama, and Classic Cooking of Punjab. He has appeared on popular programmes such as Raja, Rasoi Aur Anya Kahaniyaan and anchored many food and travel documentaries. His honours include the Padma Shri (2016) and an honorary D.Litt. (2024).